🐠 BUPA Reef Cruise & Dive – Volunteer Opportunity
BUPA Regenerate Program
We’d love you to join us for an unforgettable full-day adventure on the Great Barrier Reef, supporting young people to build confidence, resilience, and connection through shared experiences.
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📅 Saturday 30 May 2026
⏰ 7:00 AM – 5:00 PM
📍 Reef Fleet Terminal, 1 Spence St, Cairns City QLD 4870
🐠 Full-day reef cruise experience
📧 You’ll receive an email if selected (check inbox + junk)
⏳ 48 hrs to respond → 7 days to confirm
🔒 Limited spots – closes when full
🧭 Simple Steps
📩 Apply → 📧 Check Email → 📝 Complete Form → ✅ You’re in
📝 How to Join
- Apply
Submit your Expression of Interest (EOI) in MyImpact
- Check your email
If selected, we’ll send you an email
📧 (please check your inbox and junk folder)
- Let us know you’re interested
Reply within 48 hours
- Confirm your spot
Complete the Confirmation Form within 7 days
✅ Your place is confirmed once the form is submitted
⚠️ If the form isn’t returned, your spot may be offered to another volunteer
🔒 Spots are limited and will close when full
📌 EOIs are reviewed as they are received. You will be contacted to confirm if you have a place or are on the Backup List.
👥 On the Day
• Meet at the Reef Fleet Terminal for check-in
• Short, friendly briefing before departure
• Travel together on the reef vessel
• Ongoing support from AKKF staff throughout the day
🧩 What We Will Do
• Snorkelling and reef exploration
• Optional introductory scuba diving
• Relaxation and connection time onboard
• Group reflection and wellbeing conversations
With over five hours at the reef, activities may vary depending on conditions and group needs.
This helps young people build confidence, resilience, teamwork, and connection through shared adventure.
🤝 Your Role
• Welcome and support young people
• Help them feel safe, included, and comfortable
• Encourage safe participation in water activities (no pressure)
• Support transitions between boat activities and water sessions
• Assist with meals, hydration, and wellbeing check-ins
• Facilitate connection and group discussions
• Support young people who may feel nervous in new environments
• Always supervise with another adult
🛡️ Safety
• Your WWCC must be valid and verified
• All onboarding must be complete before attending
You may notice:
• Boat travel and open water environments
• Active water-based activities
• Young people with varying confidence levels
Basic swimming ability is recommended.
All water activities are supervised by trained marine crew and dive professionals.
AKKF provides:
• Supportive staff at all times
• First Aid-trained team members
• Two-adult supervision
• Pre-event volunteer briefing
• Qualified marine and dive professionals
🔒 Full program details are shared with confirmed volunteers only in line with safeguarding practices.
✅ Your Commitment
If you accept a spot, we’ll be counting on you to attend.
If something changes, please let us know as soon as possible.
This helps us find another volunteer and keep the program safe for everyone.
💬 We’re here for you too.
If you have questions, feel unsure, or need support at any point, please reach out.
🚗 Travel
Please travel directly to the marina.
Exact meeting point details will be provided to confirmed volunteers.
If getting there is difficult, let us know — we’re happy to talk through options with you.
👕 What to Bring
• Swimwear
• Towel
• Enclosed footwear for boarding
• Sun-safe clothing (hat, sunglasses)
• Sunscreen
• Water bottle
• Light jacket for boat travel
Food will be provided onboard (please let us know any dietary needs)
📦 Information Pack
We’ll send your Information Pack on Thursday before the activity
This will include final details, packing list, and contact numbers
❓ Questions / Support
📅 Book a Support Call: https://tinyurl.com/Book-Support-Call
📧 Email: volunteer@kookaburrakids.org.au
